Westport River Gallery

Lighthouses & Poppy Fields by Dominique Dorie

If you've had an interest in smaller works by noted French Impressionist Dominique Dorie, stop in. Six new works have landed, including the two shown here. Dominique Dorié was born in Versailles in 1958. At sixteen he worked in the Louvre as a restorer of sculptures. Dominique Dorie enjoyed the opportunities his location presented him, most especially, the chance to study the many masterpieces hanging on the walls of the great museum. He had several small “exhibitions” of his own, by hanging his work in the evenings on the fences of the Church of St. Germain des Pres.

France's Mo Gart Delights with Modern Florals

New original oil paintings at the Westport River Gallery include fresh creative works with a modern twist by noted French artist Mo Gart. Mo Gart is a multiple gold-medal winner in France for her mastery of light, landscapes & seascapes. She is known for a variety of works, from flowing waers with birds and boats, to timeless landscapes, and mood pieces with colorful backgrounds. Her new works include unique florals with a cubist slant, complete with shades of red, yellow, pale blues, greens and pinks. The new works are 20x24, with one larger piece, with sunflowers. Westport River Gallery now has five pieces, including these two shown here. See the others.

 

Huchet, Zarou French Lithographs Available

A variety of lithographs have come in to the Westport River Gallery from French artists including Urbain Huchet and Victor Zarou. Huchet was born in Rennes, France in 1930. After studying law and owning a textile factory for years, he decided in 1960 to devote himself to painting. He spent his first three years as an artist in Port-Aven, following in the footsteps of Gaugin and Emile Bernard, both of whom influenced him. Huchet is a master of Contemporary Impressionism. His paintings and lithos celebrate a wide spectrum of life ranging from delightful vignettes of the Parisian scene to the inspired beauty of dramatic seascapes and the French countryside. Many of his paintings express his love of the sea and the Brittany coast. After moving to Paris in 1963, his love of adventure and travel led him to spend time painting and writing in Europe, the Middle East and South America where he produced marvelous imagery capturing the essence of the lands and people. He made 14 trips of more than 4 months each, from Mexico to Brazil, via Peru, Central America and the Caribbean islands. A luxurious portfolio of lithos of Egypt shows his love of that country. His wonderful depictions of circus performers, musicians and everyday people were strongly influenced by his adventures and sojourns in foreign lands. Exhibitions of his work have been held throughout he world. Paris, however, is where the largest number of his works were produced. At least 300 editions of lithographs have been printed of his works, all produced by the artist himself in workshops in Paris and Cannes. Click to see them all.

Energetic Sunflowers by Kate

Nobody does sunflowers like Kate. Full of life, energy, and depth. Kate is an award-winning photographer and painter.  After years of working in the publishing and advertising industry Kate took some time off from the professional world to raise her four daughters. She went back to school to receive her BFA in Fine Arts with a major in painting and photography. She devotes her time to both painting and photography. She is a member of Oil Painters of America, the prestigious Salmagundi Club of NYC, Allied Artists of America, Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club, the Southern Vermont Arts Association, and the Ridgewood Art Institute.

Poppy Field by France's Dominique Dorie

Just came in, a darling little 11x11 Poppy fild by Dominique Dorie. Dominique Dorié was born in Versailles in 1958. At the age of sixteen he began working in the Louvre in a conservation capacity as a restorer of sculptures. Dominique Dorie enjoyed the opportunities his location presented him, most especially, the chance to study the many masterpieces hanging on the walls of the great museum. Although Dominique Dorié had little free time, he felt compelled to sketch.

Kerfily's Mediterranean Color Harmonies

New works are here by French Impressionist Kerfily. Inspired by the Mediterranean, the South of France, Corsica, and Greece, Kerfily's enthusiasm for his art is fully evident in his windswept seascapes and timeless, sun-dappled village scenes. Noted for his power to evoke emotion, opulence of light and distinctive color harmonies. Kerfily translates the ordinary moment into the magical, inviting us to be revitalized by the world's simple pleasures.

Lecomte's Works Available in Westport

French Canadian Nadine Lecomte has a unique technique, creating soft and colorful works featuring her native Brittany. Later, when she began painting in oil, vibrant images of Provence and Africa became the primary subjects of her work. Since 1993, she has exhibited her paintings predominantly in Brittany, Provence, Paris, China, New York and Westport. Her work is bold, brash and can easily fit into any room, office or study. She paints florals with a pallet knife, and creates whisps of colors. The Westport River Gallery has several of her works.

Mini French Art show 6-9 Sat @ Villa Gourmet; Music, Wine, Cheese; Tapas from Basque Bistro

A free exhibit of French art from the Westport River Gallery in Westport, is underway at the Villa Gourmet, 11 River St., Milford. Kickoff is 6-9 pm Saturday Sept. 17. The exhibit, which runs through December, includes art by internationally-rated French artists including Jean-Pierre Dubord, Dominique Dorie, Elisabeth Estivalet, Henri Lapetit, Corinne Vilcaz, Jacqueline Duvoisin, Kerfily and others. Located in downtown Milford, the Villa Gourmet is a specialty food store featuring French and other imported gourmet foods and cheeses.

Nature's Beauty by Eugene Paprocki

Eugene Paprocki’s paintings at the Westport River Gallery evoke the timeless beauty of nature, a witness to the integration of mankind’s imaginings and natures gifts: a simple brick path, a plain iron gate, sailboats that mirror the contours of the clouds and seas. During visits to many of the great museums in the US and Europe, Paprocki was drawn to the familiar genius of the 19th century Impressionists, and he admired Monet, Pissarro, and Sisley. Through careful study, Paprocki found direction in his own artistic vision. Eugene Paprocki's subject matter evolved from cityscape to the country, the gardens the rural path, distant sailboats, the floral still life.

Colorful works by Michel Ferran

Born in 1943 close to Narbonne, Michel Ferran, photographer and painter since childhood, decided in 1992 to open a workshop and consequently became a professional painter, primarily focusing on the landscapes of Provence. His painting evolved quickly to a purified stylization of the subjects and forms. Working the paste and the colors together, it carved its fabric of a pallet containing blue, ochres, yellows and reds, highlighting the light to create unique effects. His talent was noticed by collectors and publishers. His pictured were then collected across Europe, and the United States, until he passed away in 2003.

Old World Florals by Florian Grass

On the way are unique painting by Florian Grass, who comes from a well-known artist family in Germany. Grass' highly detailed realist paintings resemble 17th Century Old Master Work. His artistic interest began at the young age of 9. Florian Grass is the youngest of three sons of Hans Grass, a famous painter of European flowers and winter scenes. Florian enjoyed his childhood in his father's studio, being surrounded by paint boxes, paints, brushes & varnish. He learned very quick and early in his life about nature, flowers and how to best capture them on canvas. He exhibits frequently in Salzburg, Zurich, Nice, Venice, Berlin, Munich, and now Westport, Connecticut. Click for whisper video.

Delicate Florals With an Old-World Twist

On the way are unique painting by Florian Grass, who comes from a well-known artist family in Germany. Grass' highly detailed realist paintings resemble 17th Century Old Master Work. He trained at the Academy of Kaufbeuren, Germany and studied Realist painting at the University of Munich. He exhibits frequently in Salzburg, Zurich, Nice, Venice, Berlin, as well as Munich, and now Westport. His oils reflect works many years past, and include intricate floral nuances in red, yellow, white, red, blue and green. This oil is 28x20, perfect for over a couch, fireplace area.

Nadine Lecomte's New Soft Florals

Nadine Lecomte has a unique technique, creating soft and colorful works featuring her native Brittany. Later, when she began painting in oil, vibrant images of Provence and Africa became the primary subjects of her work. Since 1993, she has exhibited her paintings predominantly in Brittany, Provence, Paris, China, New York and Westport. Her work is bold, brash and can easily fit into any room, office or study.

Grass' Master Floral Works Underway for Show

On the way next month are several unque painting by Florian Grass, a floral still life painter, who  comes from a well-known artist family in Germany. Grass' highly detailed realist paintings resemble 17th Century Old Master Work. He trained at the Academy of Kaufbeuren, Germany and studied Realist painting at the University of Munich. He exhibits frequently at such places as Salzburg, Zurich, Nice, Venice, Berlin, as well as Munich, and his works can be found in galleries throughout Germany. His oils reflect works many years past, and include intricate floral nuances in red, yellow, white, red, blue and green. At right is a 16x12.

 

Elisabeth Estivalet and the Beauty of Provence

Elisabeth Estivalet at Westport River Gallery, Westport, Connecticut

New works are now available by Elisabeth Estivalet, whose sunny landscapes remind us of the old Post-Impressionist masters. Her thick palette and vibrant colors are evocative of Van Gogh and Gauguin. Her exceptional interpretations of Provence are unrivaled. Her refreshing works elicit feelings of contentment and tranquility, and invite one to explore a pristine and undiscovered French countryside. Click for all pictures available.

Eugene Paprocki Landscapes, Florals in Westport

New works are available at the Westport River Gallery, by internationally collected artist E. J. Paprocki. Exhibited widely, he has been featured in 14 solo exhibitions and many prestigious group shows. His work has received critical acclaim and has been featured in several national magazines including Art of the West, Southwest Art, and Gulfshore Life. His paintings hang in more than 1000 public, private and corporate collections in over a dozen countries around the world. See new images here.

New Works by Dominique Dorie

Dominique Dorie was born in Versailles in 1958. At 16 he began working in the Louvre as a restorer of sculptures. He enjoyed studying the masterpieces hanging on the walls of the great museum and felt impelled to sketch them. He had several small " exhibitions " by hanging his work in the evenings on the fences of the church of St. Germain des Pres. 1977 marked a turning point. At 24, he decided he needed surroundings with greater calm, quiet, so he moved to a small village on the edge of the sea in Normandy. In 1985 Dorie exhibited his work in the Salon de Criel and in the Salon d'Orly. In 1986 Dominique Dorie won the Medaille d'Or at an exhibition in Deauville. Westport River Gallery currently has eight of his works, including the 24x20 at right. . Click for more of his works.

French Works by Jean Pierre Dubord

New works have arrived by French master artist Jean-Pierre Dubord. Jean-Pierre Dubord was born in Rouen in 1949, and after spending years in the French Countryside, he returned to his native city to portray the surroundings of his youth. While Rouen is a favorite subject for his paintings, he often depicts Paris, the Normandy countryside, the beaches of Deauville, the Cliffs of Caux and Etretat and scenes along the Seine. Jean-Pierre Dubord is known for his ability to capture the subtleties of light and color unique to each season. In 1970, he had his first exhibition of 30 paintings in Rouen, a show that was highly praised by art critics. He also exhibited in Bourdeaux, Le Havre, La Rochelle, Osaka, Quebec and in the major, famous salons of Paris. French impressionist Jean-Pierre Dubord has his own original approach to painting. His palette is rich in its tones, is fresh and uplifting.

French Artist Jean Claude Tron

Born in 1943 in Champagne sur Oise, France, Jean Claude Tron began to paint at the age of thirteen. At sixteen he started work, but his desire to paint was so strong that he continued his art studies through evening classes. Despite fulfilling numerous commissions and holding exhibitions of his work at several prestigious galleries, Jean Claude did not begin to dedicate all his energies to painting until 1990. Since then he has seen his reputation grow steadily throughout Europe and the United States, where his work is in constant demand and his originals sell for commanding prices. "I do not paint formal landscapes that represent a particular place which then binds us. I prefer a different world, a world that radiates warmth and happiness, leaving space to dream..." The Westport River Gallery in Westport, Connecticut has three of his works. Click for his works and other new arrivals.